For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 412 students in 27722, NC.
The top ranked public school in 27722, NC is Discovery Charter. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 27722 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 50% statewide average). Schools in 27722, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 27722, NC Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Discovery Charter
Charter School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
501 Orange Factory Road
Durham, NC 27722
(984) 888-5504
Durham, NC 27722
(984) 888-5504
Grades: 6-10
| 412 students
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 27722, NC?
The top ranked public schools in 27722, NC include Discovery Charter.
How many public schools are located in 27722?
1 public schools are located in 27722.
What is the racial composition of students in 27722?
27722 public schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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